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de facto(
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)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
1. (general)
a. de facto
Although Mason no longer holds any position in the party, she is still the de facto leader.Aunque Mason ya no tiene ningún cargo en el partido, sigue siendo la líder de facto.
b. de hecho
De facto marriages are not recognized as legal unions in this state.El matrimonio de hecho no se reconoce como una unión legal en este estado.
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
2. (general)
a. de facto
Chilton's conduct was approved, de facto, by the board when they did nothing to stop him.La conducta de Chilton fue aprobada de facto por la junta directiva ya que no hicieron nada para detenerlo.
b. de hecho
Even though his name was not on any documents, he continued to control the company de facto through his daughter.Aunque su nombre no figuraba en ningún documento, seguía controlando la compañía de hecho a través de su hija.
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